The Single Song Agreement is a fundamental document in the music publishing industry, used when a songwriter or composer wishes to enter into an agreement with a publisher for a specific musical composition. This agreement, governed by Irish law and compliant with EU regulations, is typically employed either when a new song has been created and is being acquired by a publisher, or when a song is being commissioned for a specific purpose. The document covers crucial aspects including copyright assignment or licensing, royalty structures, territorial rights, and usage permissions across various platforms and media. It's particularly important in the Irish context as it must comply with both domestic legislation (primarily the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000) and relevant EU directives, while also accommodating international music industry standards.
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Key Requirements PROMPT example:
Single Song Agreement
"I need a Single Song Agreement for an existing jazz composition that I want to license to a publisher for worldwide exploitation, with specific provisions for streaming platforms and a 70/30 writer/publisher split on all income, starting from March 2025."
1. Parties: Identifies the songwriter(s)/composer(s) and the publisher/acquiring party
2. Background: Context of the agreement and confirmation of song ownership
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Composition', 'Revenue', 'Territory', etc.
4. Grant of Rights: Specifies the rights being transferred or licensed to the publisher/acquiring party
5. Song Details: Full details of the musical composition including title, writers, and ownership splits
6. Warranties and Representations: Songwriter's guarantees about ownership and originality of the work
7. Payment and Royalties: Financial terms, royalty rates, and payment schedules
8. Accounting: Details of how and when royalty statements and payments will be made
9. Duration and Territory: Term of the agreement and geographical scope of rights granted
10. Termination: Circumstances under which the agreement can be ended and consequences
11. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, notices, and entire agreement
1. Commissioning Terms: Used when the song is being specifically commissioned rather than already written
2. Recording Rights: Include when the agreement covers recording rights in addition to publishing rights
3. Digital Distribution: Specific terms for digital platforms and streaming services
4. Sub-Publishing: Terms for international sub-publishing arrangements if applicable
5. Moral Rights: Specific handling of moral rights, particularly important for international usage
6. Approval Rights: Terms for approval of modifications, arrangements, or synchronization
7. Co-Writer Provisions: Include when there are multiple writers with different publishers
8. Marketing and Promotion: Specific terms regarding promotion and marketing of the song
1. Schedule 1 - Song Details: Complete technical and ownership information about the song including ISWC, copyright registration
2. Schedule 2 - Writer Splits: Detailed breakdown of ownership percentages if multiple writers
3. Schedule 3 - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates for different types of usage
4. Schedule 4 - Approved Samples: List of any approved samples used in the song if applicable
5. Appendix A - Song Registration Form: Standard industry song registration documentation
6. Appendix B - Payment Details: Banking and payment information for royalty distributions
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